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Brancepeth Park

Downs, Moorland in Durham

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Brancepeth Park

Lone tree in field with birds A flock of birds circling above the field seen from an old railway route, now a footpath and cycleway, the Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path.
Lone tree in field with birds Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Brancepeth Park is a sprawling green space located in Durham, England. Covering an area of approximately 70 hectares, the park is a mix of downs, moorland, and open grassland, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts looking to observe and appreciate the local flora and fauna. Visitors can also enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside, with the park offering panoramic vistas of the rolling hills and valleys of Durham.

In addition to its natural beauty, Brancepeth Park also boasts a number of recreational facilities, including walking and cycling paths, picnic areas, and children's play areas. The park is also home to a number of historic landmarks, including Brancepeth Castle, a medieval fortress that dates back to the 14th century.

Overall, Brancepeth Park offers visitors a peaceful and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to reconnect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Brancepeth Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.734715/-1.6555293 or Grid Reference NZ2237. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lone tree in field with birds A flock of birds circling above the field seen from an old railway route, now a footpath and cycleway, the Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path.
Lone tree in field with birds
A flock of birds circling above the field seen from an old railway route, now a footpath and cycleway, the Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path.
Brancepeth Castle
Brancepeth Castle
Looking out from the gates of Brancepeth Castle
Looking out from the gates of Brancepeth Castle
Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path in Stockley Gill Wood This is part of National Cycle Network route 70.
Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path in Stockley Gill Wood
This is part of National Cycle Network route 70.
Route of the former Bishop Auckland - Durham railway at Brandon
Route of the former Bishop Auckland - Durham railway at Brandon
Bare tree in light mist beside Scripton Lane
Bare tree in light mist beside Scripton Lane
Copse of trees near Tudhoe Lodge
Copse of trees near Tudhoe Lodge
Brancepeth Golf Course Brancepeth is a village close to Durham city effectively cut in two by the A690; the golf course lies on the south side of the road and east of the church.
Brancepeth Golf Course
Brancepeth is a village close to Durham city effectively cut in two by the A690; the golf course lies on the south side of the road and east of the church.
Brandon to Bishop Auckland Walk near Brancepeth The Brandon to Bishop Auckland Walk follows the route of an old railway bed; the view here is towards Brandon which is about a mile distant.
Brandon to Bishop Auckland Walk near Brancepeth
The Brandon to Bishop Auckland Walk follows the route of an old railway bed; the view here is towards Brandon which is about a mile distant.
Quarryhill Cottages Quarryhill Cottages are seen over a field of flowering oil seed rape from a minor road just outside the village of Brancepeth.
Quarryhill Cottages
Quarryhill Cottages are seen over a field of flowering oil seed rape from a minor road just outside the village of Brancepeth.
Track off Whitworth Lane
Track off Whitworth Lane
Whitworth Lane north of Page Bank Lodge
Whitworth Lane north of Page Bank Lodge
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, Porch
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, Porch
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, Porch
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, Porch
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, War Memorial
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth, War Memorial
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
St Brandon Church, Brancepeth
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Brancepeth Park is located at Grid Ref: NZ2237 (Lat: 54.734715, Lng: -1.6555293)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Cafe
Cafe BurgSchneider
Addr City: Durham
Addr Postcode: DH7 8DE
Addr Village: Brancepeth
Contact Facebook: CafeBurgSchneider
Cuisine: german
Fhrs Id: 1289882
Old Name: Brancepeth Post Office
Razed Amenity: post_office
Lat/Long: 54.7345212/-1.6540446
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Bus Stop
Stockley Grove
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004399A
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Stockley Grove
Naptan Indicator: north bound
Naptan Landmark: South of junction with Stockley Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: durdamat
Naptan Street: A690
Naptan Verified: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.7309757/-1.6580982
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Stockley Grove
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2845074
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004399E
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Stockley Grove
Naptan Indicator: south bound
Naptan Landmark: South of junction with Stockley Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: durdamaw
Naptan Street: A690
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: no
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Lat/Long: 54.7307786/-1.6579606
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Stockley Lane End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004760B
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Stockley Lane End
Naptan Indicator: north east bound
Naptan Landmark: 20m from junction with A690
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgdpt
Naptan Street: Stockley Lane
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 54.7320736/-1.6582603
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Bus Stop
Stockley Lane End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004760F
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Stockley Lane End
Naptan Indicator: south west bound
Naptan Landmark: 20m from junction with A690
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgdpw
Naptan Street: Stockley Lane
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 54.7319836/-1.6582144
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Bus Stop
Village
Bench: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 13005032B
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Village
Naptan Indicator: north east bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgmdm
Naptan Notes: HALF WAY BETWEEN THE CLOSE AND THE OLD FORGE ON A690- Durham road- BRANCEPETH- durham- dh7 8dq
Naptan Street: A690
Shelter: no
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Lat/Long: 54.7367439/-1.656343
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Bus Stop
Village
Bench: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 13005032F
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Village
Naptan Indicator: south west bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgmdp
Naptan Notes: DIRECTLY OPPOSITE THE CLOSE- ON A690- DURHAM ROAD- BRANCEPETH- durham- dh7 8dg
Naptan Street: A690
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.736508/-1.6564524
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Brancepeth
Place: village
Lat/Long: 54.736376/-1.6568455
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Bench
Lat/Long: 54.7373907/-1.6578339
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Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 54.7377045/-1.6589965
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Barrier: stile
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2635964
Note: Stile is built into the wall next the always-open gate, I don't understand why it would be needed.
Wikidata: Q26413978
Lat/Long: 54.7339985/-1.6528453
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Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 54.7357407/-1.6552252
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Board Type: notice
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.7357557/-1.6551987
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Crossing
Crossing Island: yes
Lat/Long: 54.7361822/-1.6572058
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Bench
Lat/Long: 54.7363236/-1.6570473
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Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 54.7363482/-1.6570359
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: DH7 464
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 54.7367659/-1.657753
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Bench
Inscription: In memory of Myra Ann Gray 1928-2004
Lat/Long: 54.7370683/-1.6584852
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Inscription: The site for these homes was given by His Grace The Second Duke Of Westminster 1953
Landmark: memorial_plaque
Lat/Long: 54.7370958/-1.6586299
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7372905/-1.6558537
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7378108/-1.6561715
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7383884/-1.6564854
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7390713/-1.6566101
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Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
Addr City: Durham
Addr Postcode: DH7 8EA
Addr Suburb: Brancepeth
Fhrs Id: 303024
Leisure: golf_course
Source Postcode: CodePoint Open
Website: https://www.brancepeth-castle-golf.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.7349971/-1.6492943
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Brancepeth War Memorial
Historic: memorial
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2635960
Memorial: war_memorial
Wikidata: Q26677960
Lat/Long: 54.7338589/-1.6527236
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Historic: yes
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6072497
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.7364311/-1.6569681
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Barbican Armoury
Addr City: Durham
Addr Postcode: DH7 8DE
Addr Suburb: Brancepeth
Shop: weapons
Website: https://www.barbicanarmoury.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.7345596/-1.6541035
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Place Of Worship
Brancepeth Castle Chapel
Denomination: anglican
Religion: christian
Website: https://www.brancepethcastle.org.uk/retreats.html
Lat/Long: 54.7342213/-1.6538286
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Parking
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 54.7340974/-1.6529006
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Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 54.7338531/-1.6525965
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